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Location: Woodside, NY | Schedule: Full-time, on-site | Compensation: $120,000 - $150,000 base salary

Overview

A leading fire protection company is seeking a Chief Estimator to lead and elevate its estimating department. This role will oversee all estimating activities for the Fire Sprinkler Installation Division, managing and mentoring a team of estimators while developing accurate, competitive bids in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

What you'll do

• Lead and manage the estimating department for the Fire Sprinkler Installation Division
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior estimators
• Review bid packages, specifications, drawings, and addenda to develop accurate takeoffs and estimates
• Prepare detailed cost estimates including materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractors
• Update and maintain material pricing databases; work with vendors to ensure accuracy
• Utilize estimating software and tools to streamline workflows
• Collaborate with project managers, designers, and company leadership to ensure continuity from estimate through award
• Communicate with general contractors regarding bid clarifications, scope questions, revisions, and deadlines
• Manage multiple bids simultaneously while meeting tight and often shifting deadlines, understanding that bids are living documents subject to quick changes
• Assist in strategy development, including margin analysis, value engineering options, and competitive positioning

Required qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of fire sprinkler estimating experience
• Strong understanding of the construction industry, building systems, and project workflows
• Strong knowledge of material pricing, product options, and NFPA standards with sprinkler systems
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and shifting priorities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; confident speaking directly with GCs and clients
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and respond quickly to bid changes
• Leadership experience and the ability to develop junior team members

Preferred qualifications

• Experience or familiarity with fire sprinkler design is a plus
• Proficiency with estimating software and digital takeoff tools is a plus

Compensation and benefits

• Base salary range of $120,000 - $150,000, with target compensation based on overall experience
• Additional end-of-year bonus
• Matching 401K retirement program
• Competitive compensation package including salary, benefits, and other options based on experience

Why this role

This is a leadership role with real influence on company growth and project success, offering long-term career stability in a supportive environment.